I plan to gradually expand my portfolio by buying a mix of SFH and small multi-family homes in the central Florida area to start with before expanding my horizon. 

Personally, I believe (as do most economists) that we're towards the peak of the current economic cycle, and therefore, my belief is that any investing strategy that has a long-term liquidity horizon is going to be higher-risk and less profitable than those investing strategies that have a shorter-term liquidity horizon.In summary, right now I don't believe land development is more profitable than other strategies, such as flipping, new construction on infill lots (in areas with quick turnaround on site development and permit approvals) and buy-and-hold.

If you are a shorter horizon of 5 years or so, I would focus more on the cosmetic stuff. 

While most people must be paying attention to what they are doing or where they are going day to day, it is only when you have goals set out on the horizon that you can directly and expeditiously advance your life in that direction.- Darren Hardy, Living Your Best Year EverWhy do some people never seem to get anywhere fast, even though they put a lot of time, thought, and effort into everything they do?

Hello, If you have a 20 year horizon, I wouldn't worry too much.

She may help you to broaden your investment horizon if wished.

I would consider the time horizon of your investment & your management strategy as you enter into retirement. 

Close to highways, close to downtown, close to grocery stores/restaurants/parks/museums.The BadMy goal is to create the nicest possible rental property (and to charge higher rents), and to accomplish that there is definitely some major remodeling on the horizon.

My inside sources say the city isn’t doing well financially and another big tax hike is on the horizon.

And just learn more about real estate investing as a whole.I like Wholesaling however I would like to broaden my horizon .